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Pool and pregnancy

Can I go to the pool during pregnancy?

Pregnant women can and should swim and do aqua aerobics. Gynecologists and psychologists recommend going to the pool. But classes are only allowed from the 12th to the 36th week.During pregnancy it is useful to go to the swimming pool Photo: GettyWhy it is useful for pregnant women to be in the water:

swimming and exercise strengthen muscles, which further facilitates childbirth;
temporarily relieves tension in the spine and joints;
improves blood circulation;
breathing is trained;
swelling subsides;
increases endurance.

It also improves the emotional state of women,they forget about anxiety, relax, feel a surge of strength. For the first time, they learned about the benefits of swimming in Japan, where pregnant women used to get pearls in water before birth. As the observations of the doctors showed, they all endured childbirth more easily, and more milk was produced during feeding.

Are there any contraindications for swimming?

Despite the benefits of water activities, not all women can go to the pool. First, you need to consult with the doctor monitoring your pregnancy. Contraindications:

allergy to chlorine;
placenta previa;
severe toxicosis;
risk of miscarriage;
epilepsy;
bleeding and uterine discharge.

According to the results of the examination, the doctor will issue a certificate, without which the aqua aerobics instructor will not work with you.

How to properly attend the pool during pregnancy?

If there are no contraindications, feel free to go.to an artificial reservoir. If possible, choose a pool with sea water. Make sure that the temperature does not exceed 30 and is not below 22 degrees. What you need to know:

Begin classes with 15 minutes, increasing to 30−40 minutes;
swim slowly, do not overdo it;
use clothespins for the nose, so as not to take a sip of water;
do not swim on your back;
take rubber slippers with you so you don't slip on the wet floor.

If you suddenly began to feel bad in the water,go out immediately. If this happens again, consult a doctor. For more effective classes, sign up with an instructor. He will tell you what exercises are best to do, and monitor your condition. Exercises in the pool are useful for pregnant women. The main thing - consult with your doctor beforehand and do not try to set a swimming record. Then the lessons will only benefit you and the child.